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The Black and White

The Student News Site of Walt Whitman High School

The Black and White

The Student News Site of Walt Whitman High School

The Black and White

'Companion' is a twisty, twisted delight

‘Companion’ is a twisty, twisted delight

By Jose Urzua March 18, 2025

In “Companion,” director Drew Hancock has successfully crafted one of the most acclaimed films of 2025 while subverting the classic tropes of sci-fi horror. Sporting an impressive 94% critic rating...

From mid-February through mid-March, the Whitman Student Government Association hosts an annual ‘Charity Month’ made up of a series of fundraising events.

A look into Whitman’s 2025 Charity Month

By Fiona Graham March 17, 2025

Popular love songs blast on speakers as seniors in bright pink shirts run through the hallways singing at the top of their lungs. They burst through classroom doors during class time, crowding around the...

The Trump administration is taking steps to redefine traditional press by creating new applications for press credentials and introducing new media seats in the briefing room.

Karoline Leavitt redefines media in the White House

By Rishith Alimchandani March 17, 2025

Since taking office Jan. 20, President Donald Trump has signed approximately 50 executive orders targeting topics such as illegal immigration, climate change, foreign policy and federal diversity programs....

In the 2023-2024 school year, current seniors Nomi Bortnick and Allison Khani created the Adaptive Music class to help provide every student with a music education.

Adaptive Music: Spreading musical opportunities to everybody

By Benjamin Levy March 12, 2025

The bell marks the start of fifth period and the beginning of the Adaptive Music class for some Whitman students. Nine students and one teacher-helper sit in the band room as a single note sounds from...

After the conversation, Carver and Yen introduced some of the dogs from the book and the shelter to the audience.

Wonderland Books hosts dog adoption Q&A

By Lauren Perrin March 11, 2025

Among the wagging tails of puppies and shelves of books, owners accompanied by their dogs sit, greeting passersby. Paws tap on the ground as dogs leap into open arms and lick smiling faces.  Bookstore...

In 1912, Barton died from pneumonia in her home at the age of 90. Her impact on education and humanitarian aid remains a prominent part of society today.

Heroines of Maryland: Clara Barton

By Julia Cerione March 10, 2025

Women’s History Month originated as a weeklong celebration of women’s contributions to the U.S., organized by the Sonoma, California, school district. Their local celebration caught the attention of...

Meet the 2025-2026 SMOB Candidates: Peter Boyko and Anuva Maloo

Meet the 2025-2026 SMOB Candidates: Peter Boyko and Anuva Maloo

By Phoebe Gordon March 9, 2025

On Apr. 23, all eligible MCPS middle and high school students will vote for the 48th Student Member of the Board of Education (SMOB). The SMOB is the only student given full voting rights on the Montgomery...

Senior Kathryn Edmonds, who starred as Pippin in the show, has been a part of Whitman Drama since her freshman year.

Whitman Drama returns with winter musical Pippin

By Lauren Perrin March 5, 2025

Colored lights shine onto a vibrant set, illuminating enormous playing blocks and castle rooms. Whimsical music fills the air as the actors depict an absurd, comical battle between King Charlemagne’s...

During the Lunar New Year, families hold many traditions. On New Year’s Eve, families gather to eat dinner together. Elders often give “Hong Bao” — red envelopes filled with money — to children.

Fostering community: 2025 Lunar New Year Celebrations

By Camilla Fan March 4, 2025

In the center of Montgomery Mall, traditional Chinese dance music fills the air. Red lanterns and two large banners with Chinese calligraphy hang from the ceiling as dancers perform a traditional Chinese...

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Coach Kenah’s balancing act goes airborne

By Olivia Pizarro February 28, 2025

In 2020, Whitman girls basketball coach Peter Kenah hit his 300th win. This season, his team made it 350, and now they're poised for another deep playoff run starting tonight. To those who know Kenah...

The average American teenager does an hour of homework each day, half as much as the average Whitman student, who spends two hours on homework per day.

Whitman students and stress: When expectations clash with reality

By Benjamin Levy February 28, 2025

In 2019, Pew conducted a survey asking students around the country to record the amount of time they spent per day on various activities. To see how Whitman students compare, The Black & White surveyed...

Marshall grew up in Baltimore, Maryland and was raised in the city. Marshall’s parents attempted to shield their children from discrimination, living in the middle-class Upton neighborhood of West Baltimore, where Marshall eventually attended the first-rate all-black Frederick Douglass High School.

Black American Heroes: Thurgood Marshall

By Julia Cerione February 26, 2025

Black History Month recognizes and celebrates the achievements and contributions of Black Americans throughout history, particularly spotlighting these accomplishments and individuals during February....

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